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Thermo-responsive coatings to warn against critical temperature states
A new study introduces thermo-responsive polymer coatings for an early warning against critical temperature states of thermo-sensitive electronic devices with metal oxide (MOx) gas sensors.
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Endocrine properties of biocidal substances
Assessment of endocrine-disrupting (ED) properties has brought with it growing delays and problems for biocidal active substance approvals and biocidal product authorisations.
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Olin announces epoxy facility closures
Olin has announced that it has made the decision to cease operations at its Cumene facility in Terneuzen, Netherlands and solid epoxy resin production at its facilities in Gumi, South Korea and Guaruja,...
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Simple design method to fabricate water-dispersible polymers
Researchers have prepared ambient temperature self-healing waterborne polyurethane based on dynamic ditelluride bonds with recyclable and antibacterial functions.
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European Coatings Show 2023: good to be back
From 28 to 30 March, 24,605 coatings experts learned about the latest trends in paint and coatings from 1,017 international exhibitors.
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Sika to sell selected MBCC Group admixture assets to Cinven
The British Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provided Sika with provisional negative feedback regarding Ineos Enterprises as a prospective buyer for the divestment of MBCC Group’s chemical...
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New nanofiller composite coatings with synergistic properties
Researchers report an enhanced corrosion resistance of self-healing waterborne polyurethane coating based on tannic acid modified cerium-montmorillonites composite fillers.
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Brenntag acquires Aik Moh Group
Brenntag is about to acquire the Aik Moh Group and to significantly expand its industrial chemicals and value-added service footprint in South-East Asia.
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Aloe vera polysaccharide-based edible film
Researchers describe the preparation and characterisation of an Aloe vera polysaccharide-based packaging film and its application in blueberry preservation.
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CB Chemie and Synthomer conclude cooperation agreement
CB Chemie has won Synthomer as a cooperation partner for Austria. This will enable the company to expand its portfolio in the construction chemicals and paints and coatings chemicals divisions.
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Smart sensing coatings for early warning of degradations
A new review article summarises the characteristics of various stages of corrosion under coatings, and systematically reviews previous studies on sensitive coatings and self-warning coatings.
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Toyo Ink SC Holding changes trade name to Artience
Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co., Ltd., the parent company of the Toyo Ink Group, has announced that it has resolved to change its trade name to Artience Co., Ltd. effective January 1, 2024.
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New way for oil-water separation
A new work proposes a novel strategy for designing a a coating on a copper mesh to produce a highly stable underwater oleophobic mesh for oil-water separation with high water flux and separation efficiency....
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Brenntag commences operations at new site in China
Brenntag has announced the official licensing and start of full commercial operations at a new site in China, located Zhangjiagang, about 150 kilometers from Shanghai.